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Newcomers to Canada had a chance to learn about traditions in their new home with a Dreamcatcher Workshop for Newcomers, hosted by the East Central Newcomers Welcome Centre. Attendees learned how they could make dreamcatchers of their own.

The RM of Orkney is supporting the Health Foundation’s campaign to get new lab equipment for the Yorkton Regional Health Centre, pitching in $1,500 towards the project.

Grain Millers has been a long-time supporter of the Health Foundation, and that support continues to the project to buy new lab equipment for the Yorkton Regional Health Centre.

Every year, Beta Sigma Phi- Xi Zeta chapter, a ladies group in Yorkton, puts together a mother’s day basket for raffle, putting the basket on display at Manos Restaurant for the month of May. The money raised goes to a group in the community.

“Wawanesa is very pleased to be able to make a $5,000 contribution towards this project. We can see it will make a difference in the healthcare available for many people; we like to see our donations will have a positive impact.

RE/MAX Blue Chip Realty made their annual food donation to the Salvation Army Food Bank recently. This year the donation was valued at $1200.

The Yorkton Antique Auto Association made a quintet of donations recently from monies raised through their Cruise the Spirit event in August, their Last Chance Swap Meet in October, and through donations from local business sponsorships.

Students at Yorkton Regional High School presented the musical comedy ‘The Addams Family’ at the Anne Portnuff Theatre with shows Thursday through Saturday.

An Advent Tea & Bake Sale was hosted Saturday at St. Paul Lutheran Church in the city. It was an opportunity to enjoy a warm tea and good conversation, as well as to take home some treats for the family.

The Knox Presbyterian Church held a bake sale of seasonal goodies at the Parkland Mall in Yorkton Saturday. The baking ranged from matrimonial cake, to poppy swirls, short bread cookies and Christmas pudding.